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Kirkland has new cameras targeting speeding drivers
The cameras were installed a month ago. Since then, they have only issued warnings. But the grace period is over. As of Monday, drivers caught speeding in these zones are getting cited.
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Health
Arrest warrant issued for Tacoma woman with TB refusing treatment, isolation
The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department has been aware of the woman with tuberculosis for more than a year. She has refused treatment and has further refused orders to isolate.
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AG pushing for largest environmental fine in Washington history
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Seattle hits record cold for February 23
Seattle hit a record cold temperature Thursday, Feb. 23 with a high of 35 degrees.
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Business
Kent and Tukwila offer wheel locks to Kia and Hyundai owner
The offer comes in response to a considerable increase in car thefts throughout Western Washington. Kia and Hyundai cars are particular targets because of a flaw that thieves can exploit. Within a minute, a person can use a simple USB cable to start the car and drive away.
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Powerball winning store will donate $50K to Auburn Food Bank
Still no word on who recently bought a winning $754 million Powerball ticket from a Fred Meyer in Auburn, but store managers say they plan to donate their winnings from the sale, $50,000, to the Auburn Food Bank.
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Hunger strike suspended at ICE facility in Tacoma, but objections remain
Advocates for people detained at Tacoma's Northwest ICE Processing Center say dozens of detainees have ended a hunger strike — for now.
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Politics
King County Councilmember Joe McDermott will not run for re-election
Another local lawmaker has announced they won't be seeking re-election in 2023. King County Councilmember Joe McDermott will finish his term through the end of this year, but will leave it open for a newcomer to take over.
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Politics
Hollingsworth aims for Sawant's District 3 in race for Seattle City Council
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A push to lower Washington's blood-alcohol level to .05 for drivers
Washington state lawmakers heard arguments for and against Senate Bill 5002 Monday, which proposes to drop the current blood alcohol level for drivers down from .08 to .05 BAC.